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Vianode’s Canada move signals a new phase for synthetic graphite security
Vianode, a Norwegian producer of advanced battery materials, announced that their first large-scale low-emission synthetic graphite plant, which they had featured at G7 Critical Minerals Action Plan (CMAP) in June 2025, would come up in Ontario, Canada. This plant will serve the demand for an...
Global instability reshapes demand for Hydro’s aluminium products
The leading Norwegian aluminium producer, Norsk Hydro , has experienced mixed fortunes in its key markets amid global political tensions. With the growing trade barriers, the industrial activity of some of its segments has slowed. It has reshaped demand patterns for obvious reasons. However, the...
Australian recycler turns nearly half a million aluminium cans into a two-bedroom home
Damian Gordon, an Australian recycler, began collecting discarded drink containers along beaches, roadsides and at festivals in New South Wales. He used Australia’s container-deposit scheme (worth 10 cents per eligible item) to turn bottles and cans into cash. Over several years he amassed roughly...
Alba forges global aluminium alliance with SIG and BlueFive to expand beyond Bahrain
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter on one site, announced a strategic partnership with the aluminium manufacturer, Shandong Innovation Group (SIG) and global investment firm BlueFive Capital on the sidelines of Gateway Gulf 2025 with the aim to optimise the...
Emirates Extrusion Factory celebrates 30 years of growth and innovation
Emirates Extrusion Factory (EEF), the UAE’s leading aluminium extrusion producer, has recently celebrated three decades in business with new investment in state-of-the-art technology and eco-friendly manufacturing. A subsidiary of Dubai Investments Industries, EEF has evolved from a tiny local unit...
Antipodes Partners takes fresh stake in Century Aluminium
Antipodes Partners Ltd has taken a fresh position in Century Aluminium Company (NASDAQ: CENX), according to its latest SEC filing. The Sydney-based investment firm acquired 153,131 shares in the industrial metals producer, a stake valued at roughly USD 2.8 million at the time of purchase. By the...
Ball Corporation celebrates 90 years of the beverage can
At Drinktec 2025 , held to mark the 90th anniversary of the beverage can in Ball Corporation, Jag Bains, Vice President of Commercial for Ball Corporation, spoke on the theme ‘ Design for Life’ , emphasising how modern lifestyles, shifting consumer habits, and rising sustainability demands are...
Prosecutors charge group over Samsung SDI battery technology leak to Vietnam and China
South Korean prosecutors have formally charged a group with stealing and leaking key electric vehicle (EV) battery technology belonging to Samsung SDI, one of the country’s leading battery manufacturers. The Defence Industry and Industrial Technology Crime Investigation Division of the Suwon...
Discharge from Atalco alumina refinery into Mississippi River prompts environmental concerns
As per news sources, a cloudy, rust-coloured plume, roughly the size of a football field, was discharged from the Atalco alumina refinery into the Mississippi River last week, raising fresh alarm over environmental oversight at the nation’s only operating alumina refinery. State records show the...
Crown Holdings is weighed down by the Latin America dip as rising aluminium costs pressure beverage can makers
After years of steady growth, beverage can makers like Crown Holdings and Ardagh Metal Packaging are facing headwinds from soaring aluminium costs and a demand slump in Latin America. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Crown Holdings said...
Market outlook remains bearish despite a price rise in Japanese aluminium ingots
The price of Japanese aluminium ingots has noted a 0.3 per cent increase in its price in late October 2025, mainly owing to the fact that the value of the Japanese yen (JPY) has depreciated against the rising dollar. Although the price has increased, the market still faces a downward trend as...
90 mining exploration permits cancelled in Mali due to non-compliance
Mali’s government has reportedly cancelled more than 90 mining exploration permits for minerals such as bauxite, uranium, rare earths, gold, iron ore, and more. The government decided that companies failing to meet new regulatory requirements would have their permits cancelled. The move, confirmed...
Ball Corporation strengthens board with the appointment of John E. Panichella
Global packaging leader Ball Corporation has announced the appointment of John E. Panichella, Chief Executive Officer of Solenis, to its Board of Directors. This is seen as a strategic move of Ball towards reinforcing its focus on leadership depth and sustainable growth. Image source:...
Western Yilgarn expands bauxite assets and bolsters critical minerals outlook
Western Australia-based explorer Western Yilgarn NL has released new estimates that mark a notable lift in its bauxite inventory. The update follows the completion of two fresh resource assessments at the New Norcia and Cardea 3 projects, bringing the company’s total JORC-classified bauxite...
Mercuria ships 30kt of LME-grade aluminium from Malaysia to New Orleans
Global energy and commodity group Mercuria is shipping over 30,000 tonnes of aluminium from Port Klang in Malaysia to New Orleans, three market sources have revealed. They added that the trader probably needed the metal for its US customers. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions...
Every Can Counts U.S. launches new recycling initiative at East Potomac Golf Links
Every Can Counts U.S., in partnership with National Links Trust, has launched a new aluminium beverage recycling initiative at East Potomac Golf Links. This initiative is the first golf course activation for Every Can Counts U.S., launched to help golfers and visitors recycle the aluminium beverage...
Cameroon Aluminium output slumps 40.8% following technical failure
Cameroon’s aluminium production dropped sharply in the first quarter of 2025, falling by about 40.8 per cent, according to the Ministry of Finance’s recent report. The fall came after a major technical fault forced more than half of the country’s electrolysis cells to shut down. Explore- Most...
Pahal Solar expands capacity with new solar cells and aluminium frame units
Gujarat-based solar module manufacturer, Pahal Solar, has started work on a new production facility in Surat. The upcoming complex will house a 2 GW solar cell plant and a 2 GW aluminium frame manufacturing unit, both expected to be operational by late 2026. Explore- Most accurate data to drive...
